Episode title: Fertility Uncovered: Hormones, Cycles & What Every Woman Needs to Know

Guest: Dr. Natalie Crawford MD

Anita Guru speaks with fertility expert Dr. Natalie Crawford to break down what every woman should know about hormones, cycle tracking, inflammation, and egg quality. They explore how the menstrual cycle really works, why irregular cycles matter, the impact of conditions like endometriosis and PCOS, and the lifestyle factors that influence fertility for both women and men. A clear, empowering conversation packed with practical insights for anyone on a fertility journey. A must-listen for anyone navigating fertility treatment or supporting someone on their journey.

Dr. Natalie Crawford MD is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and is co-founder of Fora Fertility, a boutique fertility practice in Austin, Texas. Dr. Crawford is a digital health educator on social media, YouTube, and hosts the podcast “As a Woman: Fertility, Hormones and Beyond” with over 6 million downloads, and has appeared on Steven Bartlett’s podcast, The Diary of a CEO. Her debut book, “The Fertility Formula”, has now been released by Penguin Random House and is available to purchase.

Dr. Crawford is CEO and co-founder of Pinnacle, a professional network for women in medicine. She completed her undergraduate at Auburn University obtaining a degree in Nutrition Science, Medical School at UTMB, OBGYN Residency at UTSW, and REI Fellowship at UNC, concurrently obtaining a Master of Science in Clinical Research.

Links:

Order ‘The Fertility Formula’ https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book out now!

Follow Natalie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd/

Follow Natalie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-crawford-md/

If you are struggling and need support, please contact the charity at https://fertilitynetworkuk or organisations that can support your mental health are below.

Contact Samaritans on 116 123

Contact NHS on 111

DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast.